Tinnitus

Tinnitus is the perception of ringing/buzzing/hissing in the ears without external source, subjective (most common, associated with SNHL/noise exposure) or objective (vascular/myoclonus). Treatment: identify and treat the underlying cause (hearing loss, ear wax, medication, vascular); hearing aids if hearing loss; sound therapy/white noise; cognitive-behavioral therapy; reassurance; avoid silence, caffeine/stress triggers.

Common Symptoms

Ringing/buzzing in ears; often with hearing loss; worse at night/quiet; by subjective/objective

Causes and Pathogenesis

Usually cochlear hearing loss leads to central auditory-system hyperactivity; objective tinnitus from vascular/myoclonus.

Treatment

Treat cause/hearing aid; sound therapy; CBT; reassurance; avoid silence

Preventive Measures

Hearing protection; avoid ototoxics; manage stress.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Otolaryngology (ENT) department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.